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28 October 2014

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HISTORIC SITES


		Jersey has a rich history with a number of venues to show it off.
		Jersey War Tunnels Castles Hamptonne

PANORAMIC VIEWS


		Panoramic views of historic sites and general views.
		Gorey Castle La Hougue Bie

FOLKLORE


		Ghosts, Gouls, Witches and Black Dogs.
		Geoffrey's Leap Le Perquage Spanish Ships


ABOUT JERSEY				JERRIAIS

		Jersey has been an island for 8,000 years, and is surrounded by about 15 miles of sandy beaches.				The language of Jèrriais was formed over hundreds of years, influenced by languages from Norse Viking to Frank.


GOVERNMENT				READ JERRIAIS

		Jersey is not incorporated into the United Kingdom, but it does owe allegiance to the reigning Sovereign.				Read a sample of the island's language with an English translation.

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